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Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
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5kg Gas Cylinder Connections
Oil Marketing Companies have released 8.1 lakh 5 kg connections to PMUY beneficiaries
The Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Rameswar Teli in a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha today informed that the under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana , the customers have been given option to select 5 kg or 14.2 kg cylinder connections. As on 01.01.2022, Oil Marketing Companies  have released 8.1 lakh number of 5 kg connections to PMUY beneficiaries. Apart from the above, OMCs have also given swapping option from 14.2 kg cylinder with 5 kg cylinder and vice versa to the PMUY beneficiaries. 14.2 kg beneficiaries numbering 7.69 lakh have availed this facility to switch to 5 kg cylinders. A seamless and hassle free facility to switch to 5 Kg cylinder exists and the option in this regard is exercised by the beneficiaries.
As on 01.01.2022, 1.08 crore LPG consumers have voluntary given up their LPG subsidy. State/UT-wise details are at Annexure.
Annexure
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Annexure regarding “5 kg Gas Cylinder Connections”
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State/UT
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Number of customers given up their LPG Subsidy
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Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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421
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Andhra Pradesh
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2,34,009
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Arunachal Pradesh
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23,638
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Assam
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1,90,400
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Bihar
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4,35,425
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Chandigarh
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19,204
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Chhattisgarh
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1,42,696
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Delhi
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8,51,854
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Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu
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13,968
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Goa
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46,192
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Gujarat
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4,89,563
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Himachal Pradesh
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71,439
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Haryana
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3,61,652
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Jharkhand
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1,02,332
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Jammu and Kashmir
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1,54,762
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Kerala
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3,03,645
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Karnataka
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7,54,187
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Lakshadweep
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143
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Ladakh
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144
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Manipur
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47,121
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Meghalaya
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7,672
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Maharashtra
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17,85,126
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Mizoram
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43,985
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Madhya Pradesh
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4,56,389
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Nagaland
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31,670
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Odisha
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1,69,630
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Puducherry
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16,553
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Punjab
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4,14,027
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Rajasthan
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7,14,552
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Sikkim
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7,827
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Telangana
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3,80,492
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Tamil Nadu
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6,73,958
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Tripura
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18,871
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Uttar Pradesh
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13,54,264
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Uttarakhand
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1,56,516
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West Bengal
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3,59,608
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Total
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1,08,33,935
Source : OMCs.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Press Communique
 of Article 224 of the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint S/Shri  Prashant Kumar  Manjive Shukla, and  Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal, Advocates as Additional Judges of the Allahabad High Court for a period of two years with effect from the date they assume charge of their respective offices.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves encashment of accumulated leave to certain Defence Services Personnel who died or were invalidated out while in service between 30 December 1991 to 29 November 1999 with less than 15 years of service
Cabinet approves encashment of accumulated leave to certain Defence Services Personnel who died or were invalidated out while in service between 30 December 1991 to 29 November 1999 with less than 15 years of service
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved leave encashment up to 180 days in respect of those Defence personnel who died or were invalidated out of service between 30.12.1991 to 29.11.1999 with less than 15 years of service.
The decision will benefit the families of 9777 Officers and other personnel of Defence Services who died or were invalidated out of service during this period. This period is very significant as a large number of casualities took place during the Kargil conflict  and in counter insurgency operation in J&K and North East during the period.
Special Service and Features
Extension of time limit to maintain minimum balance in Post Office Savings Account
Minimum balance required to be maintained in Post Office Savings Account has been raised from Rs.50/- to Rs.500/- for which orders have been issued by Central Government during December 2019. If a Post Office Savings Account holder fails to maintain Rs.500/- as minimum balance, then the Post Office will be deduct Rs.100/- as penalty from the SB account on the last working day of every financial year.
Hence, Post Office Savings Account holders are requested to maintain Rs.500/- as minimum balance in their Savings Account before 11.12.2020 to avoid penalty and account dormant, according to a press release issued by the Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Tambaram Division, Chennai.
Ministry of Communications
Mahila Samman Savings Certificates made available in Post Offices
In a late night development, Ministry of Finance issued the Gazette Notifications for Mahila Samman Savings Certificates, 2023 and has been made available in 1.59 lakh post offices with immediate effect. The scheme was announced in the 2023-24 Budget by the Union Finance Minister to commemorate ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ and is a significant step towards financial inclusion and empowerment of the women, including the girls.
The two year tenure scheme offers an attractive and fixed interest of 7.5 per cent interest compounded quarterly with flexible investment and partial withdrawal options with a maximum ceiling of ₹ two lakh. The scheme is valid for a two-year period upto 31st March 2025.
National Savings  Scheme, 2019 has been amended through National Savings   Scheme, 2023 and the maximum investment limit has been raised from ₹ four lakh fifty thousand to ₹ nine lakh for a single account and from ₹ nine lakh to ₹ 15 lakh for a joint account with effect from 1st April 2023. Likewise, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme, 2019 has been amended through Senior Citizens Savings  Scheme, 2023 and the maximum investment limit has been raised from ₹ 15 lakh to ₹ 30 lakh with effect from today.
Interest rates on all the small savings schemes, except Savings Deposit and PPF, have also been upwardly revised with effect from 1st April 2023. These measures will immensely benefit the post office small savings customers and attract more investment in these schemes through post offices, especially in rural areas and amongst girls, women, farmers, artisans, senior citizens, factory workers, government employees, small traders and other sections of the society. They will get better return on their investment in small savings schemes. For further details, please visit www.indiapost.gov.in.
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Ministry of Defence
ICG rescues seven fishermen off coast of Diu in inclement weather
Key Highlights:
- ICG deployed indigenous ALH Mk-III to conduct rescue operation
- Distressed boat had lost power due to machinery breakdown, grounded off Vanak Bara in rough seas
- ICG also deployed personnel & equipment in Jamnagar to augment relief & rescue operations
Indian Coast Guard  rescued seven fishermen from a grounded boat that was about to sink off Vanak Bara, Diu on the night of September 13, 2021. On receiving the distress call from Diu Administration, the ICG immediately responded and deployed indigenous Advanced Light Helicopter  Mk-III from Porbandar to conduct the rescue operation in pitch dark and inclement weather condition at Diu which is about 175 kilometres from Porbandar in Gujarat.
Braving gusty winds and rains, the ICG helicopter expeditiously reached the area. The dark hours combined with rough seas at the location compounded the difficulty, however, all seven crew were airlifted by the helicopter and brought to safe ground in two runs. The boat had lost its power due to machinery breakdown and was grounded off Vanak Bara in rough seas leading to the distress. All the rescued crew were handed over to local administration and reported safe & healthy.
Parallelly, 300 kilometres apart, on September 13, 2021 Commissioner Jamnagar Municipal Corporation requested ICG for rescue boats alongwith manpower for assistance in rescue, relief and rehabilitation work in Jamnagar city due to prediction of heavy downpour along with anticipated flood like situation. Instantly, the ICG dispatched 6 gemini inflatable boats and disaster relief team  comprising 35 personnel including medical team from Vadinar to Jamnagar for augmenting relief and rescue operations. The ICG DRT is being deployed for necessary assistance as per requirements projected by local administration.
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Status of Extended Producer’s Responsibility for plastic waste
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Guidelines on the Extended Producer Responsibility for Plastic Packaging vide Plastic Waste Management Amendment Rules, 2022, on 16th February, 2022.
Three hundred and eleven brand owners and four producers have been issued registration till date by Central Pollution Control Board , as per Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016. The list is available on the website of CPCB. The registered entities have an EPR target of 7.5 lakhs tonnes per annum. As per available data, approximately 15.8 lakh TPA of plastic waste is recycled and 1.67 lakh TPA is co-processed in cement kilns in 20 States.
As per the Guidelines on the Extended Producer Responsibility  on plastic packaging, the Central Pollution Control Board by itself or through a designated agency shall verify compliance of Producers, Importers & Brand-Owners and Plastic Waste Processors through inspection and periodic audit, as deemed appropriate. In case of Producers, Importers & Brand-Owners and Plastic Waste Processors operating in a State or Union Territory, Central Pollution Control Board may, if required, direct State Pollution Control Board or Pollution Control Committee to take action.
This information was given by Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Minister of State, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Electronics & IT
Cabinet approves signing of an MoU between India and Sierra Leone on cooperation in the field of sharing successful Digital Solutions implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Hon'ble Prime Minister approves the signing of Memorandum of Understanding  on 12th of June 2023 between the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Information and Communications of the Republic of Sierra Leone on Cooperation in the field of sharing successful Digital Solutions implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation.
The MoU intends to promote closer cooperation and exchange of experiences and digital technologies-based solutions  in the implementation of digital transformational initiatives of both the country. MoU envisages improved collaboration leading to employment opportunities in the field of IT.
The MoU shall come into effect from the date of signature of the Parties and shall be remain in force for a period of 3 years.
Both G2G and B2B bilateral Cooperation in the field of Digital Public Infrastructure  will be enhanced. The activities contemplated in this MoU would be financed through their administration’s regular operating allocations.
MeitY is collaborating with a number of countries and multilateral agencies for fostering bilateral and multilateral cooperation in the ICT domain. Over the period, MeitY has entered into MoUs/MoCs/Agreements with its counterpart organizations/ agencies from various countries to promote cooperation and exchange of information in the ICT domain. This is in consonance with the various initiatives taken by Government of India such as Digital India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India etc. to transform the country into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. In this changing paradigm, there is an imminent need for exploring business opportunities, sharing of best practices and attracting investments in the digital sector with the objective of enhancing mutual cooperation.
Over the last few years, India has demonstrated its leadership in implementation of Digital Public Infrastructure  and has successfully provided delivery of services to public even during COVID pandemic. As a result, many countries have evinced interest in learning from India’s experiences and entering into MoUs with India for learning from India’s experiences.
India Stack Solutions are DPls developed & implemented by India at population scale to provide access & delivery of public services It aims to provide meaningful connectivity, promote digital inclusion, and enable seamless access to public services. These are built on open technologies, are interoperable and are designed to harness industry and community participation which foster innovation. However, each country has unique needs and challenges in building DPI, although the basic functionality is similar, allowing for global cooperation.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Prices of Medicines
In pursuance of provisions of the National Pharmaceuticals Pricing Policy, 2012  and the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, the Government notified the Drugs  Order, 2013 . The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority , an attached office of the Department of Pharmaceuticals fixes the ceiling price of all scheduled formulations specified in the first schedule of the DPCO, 2013.All manufacturers of scheduled medicines have to sell their products within the ceiling price  fixed by the NPPA. It also fixes retail price of new drugs under DPCO, 2013 for existing manufacturers of scheduled formulations. In respect of non-scheduled formulations, a manufacturer is at liberty to fix its Maximum Retail Price  but cannot increase the same by more than 10% of what was prevalent during the preceding 12 months.
The details of drugs, including medical devices, brought under price control/ regulation by NPPA are as under:
 Ceiling prices of 890 scheduled formulations across various therapeutic categories under NLEM 2015 have been fixed by NPPA.
 Retail price of approx. 2,023 new drugs under DPCO, 2013 have been fixed.
 MRP of 106 non-scheduled drug formulations capped, including that for 22 diabetic and 84 cardiovascular drugs.
 Ceiling price of Orthopaedic Knee Implants fixed under Para 19 of DPCO, 2013.
 Trade Margin of non-scheduled formulations of 42 select Anti-cancer medicines capped under ‘Trade Margin Rationalization’ approach as a pilot for proof of concept.
 Regulated the price of Oxygen Concentrators, Pulse Oximeter, Blood Pressure Monitoring Machine, Nebulizer, Digital Thermometer and Glucometer under ‘Trade Margin Rationalisation’ Approach.
National List of Essential Medicines  notified by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare consists of essential medicines falling under various therapeutic categories. These medicines are incorporated in the First Schedule of the DPCO, 2013 and their ceiling prices is fixed by NPPA as per provisions of DPCO, 2013. The details of ceiling prices and retail prices of various formulations fixed by NPPA are available at its website at nppaindia.nic.in.
This information was given by Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Bhagwanth Khuba in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
Indian Navy Commissions Dornier Squadron INAS 313 at Chennai
Indian Naval Air Squadron  313, the fifth Dornier aircraft squadron was commissioned into the Indian Navy by Admiral Karambir Singh, PVSM AVSM ADC Chief of the Naval Staff at an impressive ceremony held at Naval Air Enclave, Meenambakkam, today, on 22 Jul 19. Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, AVSM, VSM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Eastern Naval Command , Rear Admiral KJ Kumar VSM, Flag Officer Commanding Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area  and a host of other dignitaries were also present during the commissioning ceremony.
Addressing the gathering Admiral Karambir Singh said that, “Commissioning of INAS 313 marks yet another milestone in our efforts towards enhancing maritime security and safeguarding our nation’s maritime interests”. He also emphasised the importance of India maintaining an edge over its adversaries in defence preparedness. The developing geo-political situation in the region needs to be monitored constantly. It is therefore, necessary to maintain surveillance over the Bay of Bengal, Palk Bay and adjoining regions. The strategic position of the squadron will give the nation, dominance over the North Eastern part of the Indian Ocean which also consists of trade routes.
The Squadron will be operating from Chennai International Airport. With commissioning of INAS 313, the State of Tamil Nadu will have three naval air bases; which is the highest number for any Coastal State. INS Rajali at Arakkonam and INS Parundu at Ramnad are the other two air bases in Tamil Nadu.
INAS 313 derives its name ‘Sea Eagle’ from the bird of prey family Accipitridae. The insignia of the squadron depicts a ‘Greater Spotted Eagle’ searching over the vast blue and white sea waves. ‘Greater Spotted Eagle’ is a large bird of prey and has good sensory capabilities, symbolising the envisaged role of the squadron. The Squadron will operate Dornier aircraft which is a multi-role Short Range Maritime Reconnaissance  aircraft manufactured by HAL, under license from RUAG Aerospace. The aircraft is used for maritime surveillance, Search and Rescue Operations and to provide targeting data to weapon platforms. Contributing towards indigenous development and self-reliance through “Make in India”, Navy is procuring 12 new Dornier aircraft from HAL with improved sensors and equipment including glass cockpit, advanced surveillance radar, Electronic Intelligence , optical sensors and networking features. These aircraft are being delivered in a phased manner to the Indian Navy.
INAS 313 is commanded by Cdr Vivek Koman, an accomplished and experienced Dornier test pilot with extensive operational experience.
Ministry of Defence
STRANDED TOURISTS EVACUATED FROM EAST SIKKIM
Kolkata: Thursday, 28 Feb 2019
Over 300 tourists travelling in 50 to 60 civil vehicles got stranded in Changgu and adjoining areas of East Sikkim yesterday due to heavy snowfall. The Indian Army carried out rescue operation amid the blizzard and evacuated all stranded tourists which included women, children and elderly persons to safety. There were a number of tourists who required immediate medical care due to the inclement weather and effect of high altitude. They were evacuated in Army ambulances and suitable treatment was also provided.
The tourists were transported 17 miles from Changgu in Army vehicles and subsequently dropped in Gangtok.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
POST-MATRIC SCHOLARSHIP FOR SC STUDENTS
The year-wise details of Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students in Karnataka during the last three years and the current year are as follows:
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Years
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No. of Beneficiaries|
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2018-19
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302286
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2019-20
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330000
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2020-21
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317000
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2021-22 
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364305As reported by States
Post-Matric Scholarship scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for SC students which is implemented through State Governments. As reported by the State Government of Karnataka, 3,17,000 students have been covered under the scheme for FY2020-21.
As has been informed by the State, advertisement regarding inviting applications for PMS-SC is given in the widely circulated newspapers across the State every year. Furthermore, Taluk level officers give publicity in local newspapers as well as notification is also circulated to all the institutions in the Taluks and the same is displayed in the college Notice Board so as to cover more and more SC students for this scholarship.
This information was given by Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri. A. Narayanaswamy in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Bajrang Punia for winning Bronze Medal in wrestling at Tokyo Olympics 2020
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Bajrang Punia for winning the Bronze Medal in wrestling at Tokyo Olympics 2020.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Delightful news from #Tokyo2020! Spectacularly fought @BajrangPunia. Congratulations to you for your accomplishment, which makes every Indian proud and happy."
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
7th round of talks between Government and Farmers Unions held in Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi today
Next round of dialogue to be held on 8th January 2021
Both sides need to take steps forward for a solution: Narendra Singh Tomar
Union Minister for Agriculture Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister for Railways, Commerce and Industry and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri PiyushGoyal and Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Shri Som Prakash participated in the 7th round of talks with the representatives of 41 Farmers’ Unions at VigyanBhawan, New Delhi today. At the outset of the meeting a two minute silence was observed for those who had lost their lives during the agitation.
Shri Tomar said that keeping in mind the discussions during the previous meeting the government is committed to find solutions on farmers issues with an open mind. Both sides need to take steps forward to find solution.
The Minister said that keeping in mind the welfare of the farmerstalks regarding Farm Acts will be held with all farmers Unions representatives from different States. Shri Tomar also said that clause-wise discussion on Farm Acts can be carried forwardto resolve contentiousissues.
In today’s meeting both sides expressed their opinions and have decided to meet again on 8th January 2021.
Ministry of Defence
GENERAL TOMAS MIGUEL MINE RIBEIRO PAIVA, COMMANDER OF BRAZILIAN ARMY ON A SIX DAY VISIT TO INDIA TO BOLSTER DEFENCE TIES
General Tomas Miguel Mine Ribeiro Paiva, Commander of the Brazilian Army, is on a six day visit to India from 28th August to 2nd September 2023. The visit marks a significant milestone in the longstanding relationship between the armed forces of India and Brazil.
The visit commenced with a poignant wreath- laying ceremony at the National War Memorial on 29th August, where General Tomas paid homage to the fallen heroes of the Indian Armed Forces who have made the supreme sacrifice for the nation. This solemn act of remembrance epitomises the shared commitment of both the nations to peace and security. Thereafter, a ceremonial Guard of Honour was presented to General Tomas at the South Block Lawns in New Delhi after which he called on General Manoj Pande, the Chief of the Army Staff. They exchanged ideas and held constructive discussions on various contemporary issues. They also discussed issues pertaining to strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two armies.
General Tomas Miguel Mine Ribeiro Paiva later called on General Anil Chauhan, the Chief of Defence Staff and interacted with Shri Giridhar Aramane, the Defence Secretary. These discussions underscored the shared goals of enhancing defence cooperation and collaboration between the two nations.
During his visit, General Tomas also engaged in productive interactions with senior officers at the Army Headquarters, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and ideas. These engagements exemplify the commitment to mutual growth and shared excellence in military best practices.
As part of the itinerary, General Tomas Miguel Mine Ribeiro Paiva is also slated to witness manoeuvre and firing of various weapon platforms at the Pokaran Field Firing Ranges. The firing will demonstrate the capabilities of weapon systems possessed by the Indian Army including indigenous weapon systems.
The visit of General Tomas Miguel Mine Ribeiro Paiva underlines the deep- rooted bond between the armies of India and Brazil. This visit not only strengthens military cooperation but also reinforces the commitment of both nations to collaborative security efforts, global peace and prosperity.